They were one of the first merenhouse acts to perform at Viña del Mar International Song Festival in 1998 and 2003.

The group is led by singer-songwriter Vladimir Dotel and also includes David Diaz and Junior Pimentel.

In 1996, the single "La Morena" was a massive hit and Peaked at 6 on RPM Dance Charts in Canada.

[6][7] En la Mira, was nominated for "Best Rap Album of The Year" at the 1999 Latin Billboard Music Awards.

[3] In 2013, Ilegales received the nomination of "Tropical Songs Artist of the Year, Duo or Group" at the 2013 Billboard Music Awards.